Ghosts don't get goose bumps
Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group 1993
Great fit for 4th grade
Reading level and content both target 4th–8th grade · ages 9–14
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- courage
- facing fears
- mystery and investigation
- family and history
- loyalty
- ghosts and the supernatural
- truth and justice
About this book
When two curious kids begin exploring a creaky old house in their town, strange noises, cold spots, and a few too-close-for-comfort scares hint that a ghost might be trying to be heard. As they dig into the home’s past, clues lead them to a long-ago mystery that only the bravest sleuths can unravel. The story balances chills with humor and heart, making it a fun, just-spooky-enough read for middle graders. Kids enjoy the fast pace, the goosebump moments, and the satisfaction of solving a puzzle from the past.
Setting: a contemporary small town and its old, possibly haunted house
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ghosts don't get goose bumps right for my child?
Yes — Ghosts don't get goose bumps is a great fit for 4th grade. The reading level is AR 4.6, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade). Themes include friendship, courage, facing fears.
How long does it take to read Ghosts don't get goose bumps?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Ghosts don't get goose bumps takes around 4.7h to finish. The book has 42,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Ghosts don't get goose bumps have an AR quiz?
Yes — Ghosts don't get goose bumps has an AR quiz available, worth 5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Ghosts don't get goose bumps?
Ghosts don't get goose bumps has an AR reading level of 4.6, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades (4–8) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.